Bucket List Board Gamers

Beard and Bucket Entertainment

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The Bucket List Board Gamers Podcast dives into the analogue side of gaming, discussing everything from tabletop classics to the latest exciting Kickstarters. Often joined by up-and-coming game designers to get their take, the BLG Team find out what it's like to take a game from concept to completion.

OCT 17

No Unhappy Arrangements Here! We Chat with Orcwood Games!

In this episode Ben from Orcwood Games joins us to talk about Dirty Spatula, Unhappy Arrangements, and the pride of seeing players enjoy your game. We chat Kickstarter, creative risks, and why the best components sometimes have a secondary use! From navigating the challenges of independent publishing to balancing humour and heart in game design, Ben shares what it’s really like bringing an idea to life. Whether you’re a budding designer or just love a good board game story, this episode serves up plenty of insight, with a side of laughs! **Important Information** You can head over to Orcwoodgames.co.uk right now and pre-order Dirty Spatula with £5 off! Elsewhere on the site you can also pick up copies of Unhappy Arrangements and Orcwood Showdown! Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

46 min
SEP 11

Game Night Gets Nasty! We Talk About Nasty Ones and Stitched Up with Creator Rafflesia!

We’ve been doing a LOT of chatting here at the Bucket List Board Gamers, and this time we caught up with Rafflesia, the mind behind the delightfully devious Nasty Ones! Don’t let the title fool you—Rafflesia is anything but nasty! We discuss his brand-new game Stitched Up, chat about what it takes to create artwork that really stands out, and swap stories about Murder Mystery games and Escape Rooms. Give this episode a listen, and if Stitched Up or Nasty Ones sound like your kind of fun, be sure to check out the Kickstarter before the campaign closes! *Important Information* Stitched Up on Kickstarter Nasty Ones on Instagram Nasty Ones Website Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

32 min
SEP 6

The Bucket List Series - MORE 2 Player Games with Luke & Craig!

It’s time for Episode 4 in our flagship Bucket List series - and this time, we’re diving into Two Player Games… that also shine at higher counts! Two-player games are a fundamental part of many people’s journey into gaming. But what happens when you want to bring more people to the table? In this episode, Craig and Luke explore games that are not only fantastic for two but also scale beautifully for larger groups — perfect for introducing friends to titles you already love as a duo. Huge thank you, as always, to our wonderful patrons for their continued support! Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

36 min
AUG 22

Crazy Kickstarters, Must-Have Collectibles, Video Games and More! We talk to Slopes Game Room!

🎙️ We’re back with another interview episode—and this one’s a real treat! YouTube legend Dan “DJ Slope” Ibbertson (of Slope’s Game Room) joins Jay for a wide-ranging chat that dives deep into his passions: board games, video games, collectibles, and beyond. Expect stories from his hit Kickscammers series, candid thoughts on the gamer’s mindset, why meeting your heroes isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be, and even… the game that must not be named. 👀 Of course, we couldn't have DJ slopes on the show and not stray slightly (read: tumbling headfirst) into the world of video games. Enjoy! **Important Links** Slopes Game Room on YouTube The Kickstarter that got Destroyed by the Sun Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

1h 14m
JUL 20

The Bucket List Series - Two Player Games with Luke & Craig!

We’re back with the third episode in our flagship “Bucket List” series — and this time, it’s all about Two Player Games! Not all games labeled "2+ players" deliver a great experience with just two at the table. Some feel like afterthoughts, with clunky variants or added admin that takes away from the fun. So in this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and highlighting games designed specifically for two players — the ones that truly shine in head-to-head play. Whether you're gaming with a partner, a friend, or a rival, these are the two-player games worth adding to your bucket list. Thank you as always to our lovely Patreons! Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

46 min
JUN 17

Bigger, Better and Begging for More! UKGE 2025 Wrap Up!

In what felt like the blink of an eye, UKGE 2025 is in the history books! It's been a few weeks since the doors closed on the UK's biggest Tabletop Gaming Expo, but we're here to talk about what we loved, what we didn't love quite so much and what we're looking forward to in 2026! Craig heads up the discussion with Kay and Drew, and having recovered from a particularly nasty case of UKGE-Flu, Jay speaks to Leon from Questiny Games about their experience too! It's a packed one! By the way, the Chip Theory game Jay couldn't remember the name of was Wroth, and you can find it here: https://chiptheorygames.com/products/wroth-base-game *Important Information* Questiny! If you liked the sound of Questiny and want to know more, check out the links below!Website/Socials: https://www.questinyboardgame.comKickstarter Page Geeky Meeples 3D Printing Get all your 3D Printed bling (including Scout and Oink inserts!)Website/Socials: https://linktr.ee/geekymeeples3dprinting Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

1h 16m
MAY 20

Order Up! We Talk About Food Truck Race with Creator Gregory Alford!

Yes it's convention season, but we've still had chance to record a few 'non-convention' episodes, and here's one of them! Jay sat down to talk with Gregory Alford about his upcoming game 'Food Truck Race', as well as the trials and tribulations of launching a game when there are global tariffs changing by the day! Described as 'Overcooked meets Catan', Food Truck Race pits vendors against each other to run the most successful outlet in town, all while managing the trials and tribulations that real chefs face! Enjoy! *Important Information* You can find (and back until the 29th May!) the Kickstarter for Food Truck Race here! Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

35 min
MAY 13

On a Quest for the Perfect Expo-erience! UKGE 2025 Preview!

Can you believe it's almost time for UKGE again?! Yes in just a few short weeks gamers from all over the country, nay all over the WORLD, will be descending upon Birmingham for the biggest UK Board Gaming Convention of the year... and we'll be right there with them! In this episode Jay, Craig and Drew are joined by special guest Leon from Questiny Games to discuss all things Expo 2025, as well as Leon's game which you can try out for yourself when you get there! What do we think will be the hottest game of the Expo? What are our reccomendations to try out? Will Craig finally relent and go to see Jollyboat? Find out the answer to all these burning questions and more! If you'd like to check out Drew's BGG Comparison tool you can find it here: https://kallaxion.solardrew.com Enjoy! *Important Information* Here are all the details for the games and companies we mentioned in the episode (and a few more for good measure!) Questiny!Questiny UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-282 Website/Socials: https://www.questinyboardgame.comKickstarter Page War of the Worlds: One More DayWar of the Worlds: One More Day UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-915Website/Socials: https://www.instagram.com/waroftheworlds_onemoreday/Kickstarter Page Trouble on the Tempus by Minor Disaster GamesMinor Disaster Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-787 Website/Socials: https://troubleonthetempus.co.ukKickstarter Page Fight for Inheritance by Red Cannon GamesRed Cannon Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-248Website/Socials: https://www.redcannongames.co.uk/Kickstarter Page Nasty OnesNasty Ones UKGE Info PageStand Location: 4-208Website/Socials: https://www.nastyones.co.uk/ Restless Spirits by Sneaky Rascal GamesSneaky Rascal Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-241Website/Socials: https://prelaunch.sneakyrascalgames.com Geeky Meeples 3D PrintingGeeky Meeples UKGE Info PageStand Location: 3-1146Website/Socials: https://linktr.ee/geekymeeples3dprinting Little Lions LairLittle Lions Lair UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-812Website/Socials: https://Www.littlelionslair.co.uk Tinkerbot GamesTinkerbot Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 3A-605Website/Socials: https://tinkerbotgames.com/ Survive Alive by Schnarf GamesSchnarf Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 3-651Website/Socials: https://www.schnarfgames.com/ Divide & Conker by No Drinks on the TableNo Drinks on the Table UKGE Info PageStand Location: 3-305Website/Socials: https://www.nodrinksonthetable.co.uk/ Earth Former GamesEarth Former Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-221Website/Socials: https://earthformergames.com/ Tettix Games (Deep Regrets)Tettix Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 3-767Website/Socials: https://www.tettixgames.com/ Blue CyborgBlue Cyborg UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-948Website/Socials: https://bluecyborg.com/ Saashi & SaashiSaashi & Saashi UKGE Info PageStand Location: 3-761Website/Socials: https://saashiandsaashi.com/en Wotan GamesWotan Games UKGE Info PageStand Location: 2-869Website/Socials: https://shop.wotangames.co.uk Blood on the Clocktower by The Pandemonium InstituteThe Pandemonium Institute UKGE Info PageStand Location: 3-709Website/Socials: https://bloodontheclocktower.com/ Thanks to our monthly supporters Jerry Moncrief Daniel Fullard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

48 min

The Bucket List Board Gamers Podcast dives into the analogue side of gaming, discussing everything from tabletop classics to the latest exciting Kickstarters. Often joined by up-and-coming game designers to get their take, the BLG Team find out what it's like to take a game from concept to completion.

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Beard and Bucket Entertainment
Years Active

2023 - 2025
Episodes

40
Rating

Clean
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